November is one of the best months that one can consider when it comes to wildlife safaris due to the great weather in India. The monsoon has brought good rains to forests and has experienced increased vegetation, the weather is so good for safari.
Wildlife is most active during this period as many animals venture out to enjoy the comparatively warm climate and light, to drink water and to feed on fresh vegetation. Be it your first time or your fiftieth time going on a wildlife safari, November is the best time to visit India for wildlife and wildlife photography.
Top 7 National Parks for Wildlife Safaris in November:
India has over 100 national parks and wildlife sanctuaries, each offering unique ecosystems and wildlife experiences. Here are some of the best parks to visit for a wildlife safari in November:
1. Kanha National Park of Madhya Pradesh
Weather in November: Moderate and arid with temperatures of 15°C to 28°C(59°F to 82°F).
Why Visit: Kanha National Park, the location of inspiration for Rudyard Kipling’s The Jungle Book is one of the most famous tiger reserves in India. The grasslands start to dry in November, which is the best season to spot the tigers as they become much more visible. The park has a rich biodiversity with sal forests, vast meadowlands and meandering riverine, providing good prospects of sighting leopards, sloth bears, wild dogs and the swamp deer or Barasingha.
Safari Tip: The best times to see the big cats are in the early morning or late in the evening, so go on a morning or evening safari. This view is even more magical since the mornings are often foggy so the landscapes are even more mysterious and dreamy.
3 Days Kanha National Park Trip Package
2. Ranthambore National Park – Rajasthan
Weather in November: Moderate and sunny, specifically the average temperature ranges from 12 degrees Celsius to 25 degrees Celsius during the day.
Why Visit: Ranthambore is situated in the state of Rajasthan in North India and is one of the foremost reserves for spot tigers. The park has rugged topographic features such as hills, archaeological sites and beautiful lakes which make it one of the most spectacular views in Uganda. This is a good month to see tigers lounging about in the sun, amongst other animals such as the sambar deer, the crocodile and the leopard.
Safari Tip: Spend your night in any of the many elaborate forest lodges that offer the services of a guided safari. Ranthambore also has the Ranthambore Fort which is a world heritage site and the fort does offer excellent vantage views of the park.
3 Days Ranthambore Wildlife Trip Package
9 Days Golden Triangle With Ranthambore Tour
3. Jim Corbett National Park, Uttarakhand
Weather in November: Moderate with a temperature range of 10°C – 20°C ( 50°F – 68°F).
Why Visit: Jim Corbett being the oldest national park of India is surely a paradise for wildlife lovers. Situated in the lower Himalayan range the park has a great bio-geographical value with a mix of riverine forests, grasslands, dense forests etc. The Ramganga River that flows through the park is home to elephants, leopards, and gharials, which are the crocodile species that feed on fish. November is especially suitable for the safari because of the cool and crisp weather of the month.
Safari Tip: For a different view of the park’s wildlife, try a jeep safari or an elephant back safari. The early morning fog and the colour of the trees during the autumn are so beautiful to behold.
Jim Corbett National Park Tour 3 Days
4 Days Jim Corbett Safari Trip from Delhi
4. Periyar National Park, Kerala
Weather in November: Mild and tropical in nature with a climate ranging from 20 – 28 ℃ / 68 – 82 ℉.
Why Visit: The major attraction of the park is the Periyar Lake, and the park is one of those few in India where it is possible to travel by boat. Ideally, one should plan to visit the park in November because the months following the monsoon are the best in the forest. At the park, you can find elephants, wild boars, otters and many more, and over 260 bird species. The presence of vegetation and a natural lake makes the experience different from any other usual concept of a safari.
Safari Tip: A boat trip at dawn or dusk on the Periyar Lake gives you a good chance to watch herds of elephants and other animals come to the water’s edge.
7 Nights 8 Days Kerala Itinerary
5 Days Munnar Thekkady Alleppey Tour
5. Bandhavgarh National Park, Madhya Pradesh
Weather in November: Moderate climate where the temperatures are fairly high, and range between 15 ℃ to 28 ℃ ( 59 ℉ to 82 ℉).
Why Visit: It was also pointed out that Bandhavgarh is home to one of the highest numbers of tigers per square kilometre in India. The topographical features of the park include; dense woodland, steep slopes and open acacia-dominated grasslands. November is another good time to visit the park since the heat of the summer is over and the monsoon has left the park green. Besides tigers, leopards, bears and langurs are also found here.
Safari Tip: The Tala Zone is highly rich in tigers so it is better to get the safari in this zone if you want to see tigers.
4 Days Khajuraho and Bandhavgarh Trip
6. Sundarbans National Park, West Bengal
Weather in November: Moderate and often with low humidity, average temperatures of the climate is between 15 and 25 degrees Celsius or 59 to 77 ℉.
Why Visit: The Sundarbans is the largest single tract of mangrove forest in the world and the only habitat of the Royal Bengal tiger. Because of the pleasant temperatures during November, it is easier to traverse this distinct ecosystem. Despite the fact that people rarely get a chance to spot a tiger because of the thick undergrowth, it is a plus that the park has saltwater crocodiles, spotted deer, and fishing cats amongst others.
Safari Tip: Boat safari is one of the most popular and effective ways of seeing the Sundarbans. This arrangement of rivers and estuaries provides a serene and interesting view of the wildlife in this water-rich environment.
2 Nights 3 Days Sundarban Itinerary
7. Kaziranga National Park is in the state of Assam
Weather in November: Moderate and dry climate with average temperature ranging from 10 degrees Celsius to 25 degrees Celsius.
Why Visit: Being home to the world’s one-horned rhinoceros, Kaziranga National Park is counted among the best wildlife tourism places in India. It is advisable to visit the park in November since it reopens after the monsoon and the park looks very green. Hence apart from rhinos, the park has elephants, wild buffalo and many species of birds and therefore a perfect place for bird watching.
Safari Tip: There is also a chance to rent an elephant safari if you want to see the one-horned rhinos feeding on the high grasses. Safaris in the morning are the most productive in terms of getting a good view of the animals at work.
5 Days Kaziranga Guwahati Tour Itinerary
8 Days Assam and Arunachal Trip
Final Thoughts
Without a doubt, November is one of the best months to be out there, in the wilderness on a wildlife safari in India. The gentle weather, greenery scenery and high animal activities make it the best time for people who want to go for a self-drive safari. From tiger hunting in the forests of Madhya Pradesh to rhino spotting in the swamps of Assam, from a water route tour of the Sundarbans in a boat in November there are countless varied opportunities to get in touch with the natural world.
However, as a tourist, it is advisable to book your safaris and lodgings before you travel because it is the high season for tourists. Other essentials include dressing in simple clothing and packing only what is necessary such as a bottle of sunscreen, binoculars, and a camera that will help capture lifetime moments.
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